Salary$ 3,501,526 per annum
JOB PURPOSE
Under the general direction of the Director, Health Promotion and Education, the incumbent has specific responsibility for preparation, research and development of health promotion/education materials.
KEY OUTPUT
- Posters, leaflets and other Information, Education & Communication ( IEC) prepared
- Research conducted
- Newsletter and other articles prepared
Key responsibility areas INCLUDES:
- Prepares health promotion/education materials e.g. posters leaflets etc. by researching data, using the library, contacting appropriate specialists and developing contacts in specific fields such as family life, family planning and school health.
- Collaborates with the Health Promotion Officers in determining priority areas for research relating to the promotion of healthier lifestyles. Conducts research as required.
- Provides consultation in selection and development of visual aids.
- Assists in the evaluation of the health promotion / education materials by preparing and analyzing data. .
- Assists in conducting training for outside agencies in communications principles and techniques.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by the Director Health Promotion and Education.
Minimum Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor Degree in Mass Communications, Arts, social Sciences or equivalent
plus
- At least three (3) years working experience in a related field
or
- Any equivalent combination of education and experience
Applications with résumés are to be submitted no later than Friday, September 6, 2024 to:
Senior Director
Human Resource Management & Development
Ministry of Health & Wellness
40 Knutsford Boulevard
Kingston 5
The Ministry of Health thanks all applicants for their interest; however, please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.